{"product_id":"pneumococcal-vaccine-20-valent","title":"Pneumococcal Vaccine (20-valent, Prevenar 20)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pneumococcal (20-valent) Vaccination Service from Ways Pharmacy is a private, pharmacist-administered immunisation with the PCV20 conjugate vaccine (Prevenar 20, Pfizer) against 20 serotypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae, administered by appointment at Ways Pharmacy, London (GPhC-registered), for adults aged 65 and over and at-risk groups. Prevenar 20 has replaced the discontinued Pneumovax 23 (PPV23) vaccine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVaccine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCV20 — 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (Prevenar 20, Pfizer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtects against\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumococcal disease: pneumonia, sepsis and meningitis caused by 20 S. pneumoniae serotypes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSchedule (doses)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA single dose for most adults; some at-risk people may be advised differently on clinical advice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdults 65+ and people with conditions that raise pneumococcal risk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdministered by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPhC-registered pharmacist, by appointment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHolborn, London WC1B 4ET (near British Museum \/ Holborn station)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eService type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrivate (not an NHS service)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBooking\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePay online, then call 020 8106 7084 to schedule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho should consider it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdults aged 65 and over wanting protection against pneumococcal pneumonia and invasive disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople with long-term heart, lung, liver or kidney conditions, or diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople without a working spleen (asplenia or splenic dysfunction) or with sickle cell disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople with a weakened immune system, including those on immunosuppressive treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e people with a confirmed allergy to any vaccine component; people who are acutely unwell with a fever on the day (postpone until recovered). The pharmacist will confirm suitability at your appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelect the service and complete payment online.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCall Ways Pharmacy Holborn on \u003cstrong\u003e020 8106 7084\u003c\/strong\u003e to arrange a convenient appointment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAt the appointment, the pharmacist reviews your age, medical history and any previous pneumococcal doses to confirm suitability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe vaccine is administered into the upper arm, followed by a short observation period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many doses of Prevenar 20 do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost adults need only a single dose of Prevenar 20, which is expected to give long-lasting protection. Some people at higher risk may be advised differently based on their medical history. The pharmacist will confirm the right schedule for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happened to Pneumovax 23 (PPV23)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePneumovax 23, the 23-valent polysaccharide vaccine, has been discontinued in the UK. Following updated advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), the UK pneumococcal programme is moving from PPV23 to the 20-valent conjugate vaccine Prevenar 20 from early 2026. Our private service now uses Prevenar 20.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eI have already had Pneumovax 23 or Prevenar 13 — do I still need Prevenar 20?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on your age, health conditions and vaccination history. Prevenar 20 covers 20 pneumococcal serotypes, including those in Prevenar 13 plus seven more. At your appointment the pharmacist reviews any previous pneumococcal doses and will advise whether a dose of Prevenar 20 is appropriate for you and when it should be given.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere do I get vaccinated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vaccine is administered by a GPhC-registered pharmacist at Ways Pharmacy, 77 Southampton Row, Holborn, London WC1B 4ET, near the British Museum and Holborn station. You can read more on our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ways-pharmacy-holborn-london\"\u003eHolborn branch page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I have it at the same time as my flu jab?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The pneumococcal vaccine can be given at the same visit as the seasonal flu vaccine, in different arms. Tell the pharmacist about any vaccines you have had recently so timing can be planned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an NHS service?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a private vaccination service. The NHS offers pneumococcal vaccination free to eligible groups; this service is for people who prefer a private route or fall outside current NHS eligibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \/ who should not\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdministered by a GPhC-registered pharmacist in a private consulting room\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClinical screening on the day to confirm suitability and check for acute illness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot given to anyone with a confirmed allergy to a vaccine component\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e15-minute observation period after the injection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommon side effects (injection-site soreness, mild fever, tiredness) usually settle within 1 to 2 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReferences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/vaccinations\/pneumococcal-vaccine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNHS — Pneumococcal vaccine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/13461\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePrevenar 20 — SmPC and Patient Information Leaflet (emc)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How many doses of Prevenar 20 do I need?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Most adults need only a single dose of Prevenar 20, which is expected to give long-lasting protection. 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